INC Cocktails

Certified World's Best Bar

Tokyo-Shibuya

Late night Drinking

Hipster

Live music

2 / 52 / 5

Apr 20, 2020

INC cocktails is a record bar in Shibuya that’s an audiophile and cocktail lover’s paradise.

Located by the chic Aoyama neighborhood, just a stone’s throw away from Shibuya station, INC cocktails is a music bar that’s straight out of a vinyl enthusiast’s dream. The corner booth by the bar is lined with shelves carrying over 2000 vintage records. The sound system is vintage as well, with some very rare and sought-after items in the setup (Altec pre-amp, power amp and speakers, Garrard 401 turntables, Gray Research 208 tonearms, Shure N3D cartridge and Urei 1620 mixer, for the curious music nerds reading us). All this makes for the kind of listening experience you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in Tokyo. Music-wise, the selection is sharp and eclectic, ranging from jazz and soul to pop, with some real gems in the collection.

Set up in a large basement, the venue’s ample seating space and subdued lighting make it perfect for a cool first date or fun after dinner drink. Open every day until 3AM, this haven for the neighborhood’s night owls always has something going on. The entertainment never disappoints: INC cocktails brings excellent local and international talents behind the booth several evenings a week. The bar also hosts monthly DJ events called COCKTAILS PARTY – these are invitation only, so make sure you snag your spot.

Drink-wise, INC cocktails has over 100 bottles of the highest quality spirits, liqueurs, and original blended whisky. As expected, the craft cocktails are delicious and perfectly balanced. We love their signature PATRICIA, a smooth and vivid concoction made with Olmeca Altos Plata, Lillet Blanc, orange liqueur, yuzu vinegar, egg white, garnished with rosemary and pink pepper. To keep things as exciting in your glass as in your ears, the menu also highlights a new original creation each month.